Category: UK
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From Belfast to Roscommon: Castles, Coastlines, and Cultural Discoveries
Ireland presents a captivating tableau of contrasting experiences, where stunning natural beauty mingles with stark reminders of a troubled past. Our recent 10-week overseas journey brought us to this enchanting island, where we embarked on a 29-day counterclockwise exploration that revealed both expected treasures and unexpected delights. Our Irish adventure began with an unpleasant surprise…
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Health Care Overseas
You often hear politicians touting “the US has the best health care system in the world”, usually as a preface to explaining why there is no need to improve, or even worse, why they want to cut funding for social programs. You also hear disparaging comments about health care in “socialist hell-holes”, again arguing against…
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And Away We Go
Here we are once again, just two days away from taking off on a 75 day adventure. It’s been just over six months since my pancreas and gall bladder called a halt to our planned life on the road, but now our new home base is settled enough that we can set out on another…
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The Traveling Duo’s New Game Plan
The world of travel can be both exhilarating and challenging, especially for those who have made it a lifestyle choice like Jim and Rita. In their latest podcast episode, the couple reflects on the unexpected turns their journey has taken and how they’ve adapted to include health considerations and create a sustainable travel pattern. The…